Bhoomija Creations
Bhoomija is an architecture firm founded by Guruprasad Rane and Manasi Puliyappatta in 2011. They focus on creating eco-friendly, people-centric designs that blend nature with architecture. They aim to make spaces that are beautiful and functional, with an emphasis on sustainability and context sensitivity.

• Key Projects:
  • La Casa De Papel: Seaside cottage in Thrissur
  • Gaea: Cobhouse in Patambi
  • Residence for Dr. Jeffy: Unique house design in Kunnamkulam

Their work is celebrated for its creative and sustainable approach.

JP Movement: A Fight for Social Justice

Overview:

• The JP Movement, led by Jayaprakash Narayan, was a significant political and social movement in the 1970s aimed at addressing corruption, government mismanagement, and social inequalities in India.

Key Features:

• Bihar Movement (1974): JP initiated mass protests against the government’s failure to address economic issues in Bihar, which later spread across India.
• The movement led to the Emergency period (1975–77), when JP played a key role in the fight against authoritarian rule.

Impact:

• The JP Movement is considered a precursor to the Janata Party’s rise to power, marking a shift from Congress dominance in Indian politics.

Satish Chandra Basu: Founder of Anushilan Samiti

Overview:

• Satish Chandra Basu was a prominent leader in India’s freedom struggle.
• He founded the Anushilan Samiti in 1902, a revolutionary organization in Bengal.
• The Samiti focused on armed resistance and youth training to challenge British rule.

Significance:

• Basu’s leadership inspired young Indians to fight for independence.
• The Samiti became a platform for several freedom fighters, contributing to India’s nationalist movement.

Legacy:

• Basu played a critical role in strengthening revolutionary activities during the early 20th century​

What is Orientalism?

Definition: Orientalism refers to the study and representation of Eastern cultures by Western scholars, often from a colonial or imperialistic perspective.

• Key Idea: It suggests that the West portrayed Eastern societies as exotic, backward, and uncivilized to justify domination, as highlighted by Edward Said.
• Example: Western art and literature often romanticized the East, while ignoring its complexity.

Orientalism influenced colonial attitudes and created stereotypes that continue to affect perceptions today.

Gandhiji’s Initiatives in Champaran, Ahmedabad, and Kheda

Gandhiji’s efforts in Champaran, Ahmedabad, and Kheda highlighted his role as a compassionate nationalist who championed the cause of the underprivileged.

• Champaran (1917): Gandhiji supported farmers oppressed by forced indigo cultivation under British landlords. His intervention led to policy changes, marking his first major Indian campaign.
• Ahmedabad Mill Strike (1918): Gandhiji mediated a dispute between mill owners and workers, advocating fair wages and worker rights, showing his empathy for laborers’ hardships.
• Kheda Satyagraha (1918): In Kheda, he defended poor farmers who couldn’t pay taxes due to crop failure. Gandhiji’s peaceful methods gained them tax relief, emphasizing his dedication to non-violent resistance.

Impact

These initiatives positioned Gandhiji as a nationalist with a deep sense of justice for the oppressed, using non-violence and truth to address social and economic inequalities.